Band 6 Senior Staff Nurse - Sunflower Suite

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

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Job summary

The Haematology and Oncology outpatient department at Queens Hospital BHRUT requires an enthusiastic, highly motivated full time Band 6 Senior staff nurse who has experience in administering Systemic anti-cancer treatment (SACT). This role will include monitoring of patients blood results receiving oral SACT treatment as an outpatient eg: Palbociclib/Vinorelbine . The post holder will also be required to work with the Senior sister assisting in innovation and development within SACT including confirming patients treatments with pharmacy,pre SACT counselling and other initiatives. This role is in close conjunction with Sunflower Suite Senior sister to develop and deliver SACT treatment and the expectation is a close working relationship with shared goals. The Haem/Onc OPD is operational Monday-Friday inclusive 08.30-18.00,the successful post holder would be expected to work hours to cover this service.BHRUT is a large cross-site organisation encompassing Queens hospital in Romford and King George hospital in Ilford. The department has patients receiving treatment/outpatient reviews for both malignant and non-malignant oncology and haematological conditions. The successful post holder will need to demonstrate PRIDE behaviours and values and assist in achieving the Trusts objectives.

Main duties of the job

To deliver a high standard of care to Haematology and Oncology patients who attend the Haematology/Oncology Outpatient department.
To be responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of care for patients undergoing Radiotherapy and Systemic anti-cancer treatment ( SACT ) who attend the Haematology/Oncology Outpatient department.
To administer supportive care and medication within scope of competence.
To act as a resource and liaison for patients who receive SACT pre treatment counselling .
To carry out other duties and training as deemed necessary by the wider multidisciplinary teams in discussion with the post holder to ensure adequate provision of service.
Demonstrate pride in their work and enthusiasm for quality of care.
To administer SACT, confirm SACT treatments co-ordinate the day including facilitating breaks .

About us

Under the leadership of our Chair Jacqui Smith and Matthew Trainer, our Chief Executive, we provide care for the residents of three of the most diverse London boroughs. More than half of our 7,500 strong workforce are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and most live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.

Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals, operating from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London.

As we recover from Covid-19, we're proud to be leading the way nationally in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The pandemic provided the drive forour teams to innovate and change.

We know we have more work to do to improve waiting times for urgent and emergency care, and our performance against the four-hour emergency access standard remains challenged, in comparison to many other London trusts.

We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also pleased to be part of the NEL Cancer Alliance.

Date posted

28 June 2023

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£40,701 to £48,054 a year Per Annum Inclusive

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

162-5095-AV

Job locations

Queen's Hospital

Rom Valley Way

Romford

RM7 0AG

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Amanda Vickers, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5926. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Person Specification

Skills/Abilities

Essential

Competent in IV drug administration
Venepuncture and cannulation

Desirable

Competent in peripherally inserted central catheter USS placement.

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Post registration experience in ward/acute setting

Desirable

Experience of haematology and oncology

Education/Qualifications

Desirable

SACT passport

Person Specification

Skills/Abilities

Essential

Competent in IV drug administration
Venepuncture and cannulation

Desirable

Competent in peripherally inserted central catheter USS placement.

Experience/Knowledge

Essential

Post registration experience in ward/acute setting

Desirable

Experience of haematology and oncology

Education/Qualifications

Desirable

SACT passport

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.